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Epicpaths Compliance Engine: User Guide

Complete documentation on executing hybrid triage workflows, utilizing the Universal Standards Explorer, and generating statutory deliverables.

Universal Explorer Free Mode
A read-only, unified compliance matrix for cross-referencing WCAG, 508, EN 301 549, and vendor testing alerts.
Authenticated Workspace Paid Subscriptions
Unlocks the interactive triage deck, evidence locker, custom branding, and 1-click deliverable compilers.
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Platform Scope & Limitations: The Epic Compliance Engine is a consolidator and reporting tool. It does not actively block bots, alter live server code, or automatically fix websites. Its accuracy relies entirely on the knowledge, manual testing, and remediation execution of the practitioner using it.
Section I: The Universal Standards Explorer (Free Mode) Click to expand ▾

The Universal Standards Explorer is a free, read-only reference tool designed to map fragmented accessibility data into unified statutory requirements.

A. The Search & Query Engine

A custom token scrubbing engine intercepts and translates complex audit queries automatically.

  • Vendor Token Translation: Paste raw automated scanner IDs directly into the search bar. The engine natively recognizes proprietary slugs from Axe-Core (e.g., axe-heading-order) and WAVE.
  • Dynamic Logical Matching: Entering multiple distinct keywords requires all terms to match (AND logic). If statutory numerics are detected, it broadens the net (OR logic) to capture overlapping framework rules.

B. Framework Schemas & Statutory Filters

Use the primary dropdown selector to shift the engine's focus between Technical Registries and Macro-Routing views.

  • Technical Registries: Isolate specific criteria by selecting WCAG 2.2, Section 508, European EN 301 549, or WCAG 3.0 (Silver).
  • Statutory Macro-Routing: Selecting a global civil law (e.g., ADA Title III, AODA, or the European Accessibility Act) instantly prunes the matrix, displaying only the exact technical standards established as legal safe harbors for that jurisdiction.

C. Anatomy of a Matrix Row

Every generated row is heavily augmented with contextual metadata to assist in rapid remediation.

  • Human Impact Scope Pills: Visual icons indicate the specific impairment domains (Visual, Motor, Cognitive, Auditory, Speech, Photosensitivity) impacted by a failure.
  • Statutory Overlap Maps: WCAG criteria explicitly list which specific clauses in EN 301 549 and Section 508 share identical technical requirements.

D. Regulatory Scoping & Exceptions

Expand the "Regulatory Framework Scoping" guide above the matrix for critical testing thresholds.

  • Platform Matrix: Outlines how WCAG applies differently to Web HTML, Downloadable Documents, and Software UIs.
  • Critical Safe Harbors: Explains the 501.1 Web App exemption, the 4.1.1 parsing trap, and strict WCAG Level AAA stroboscopic seizure limits.
Section II: The Authenticated Workspace (Audit Execution) Click to expand ▾

Paid tiers unlock the interactive testing grid. Here is how to execute your manual testing and ingest automated scans.

A. Command Hub & Scan Ingestion

The Command Hub drawer manages your active workspace parameters.

  • Universal Dropzone: Select either Single File or Batch Files mode. Drag and drop raw CSV or JSON exports from supported vendors (e.g., Axe, Lighthouse, Screaming Frog) to instantly populate the matrix.
  • WAF Security Intercepts: The engine automatically sanitizes uploads. Malicious executables or schema-mismatches will trigger automated quarantines or strikes.
  • Domain Protection: Uploading a scan that does not match the active project's bound URL will trigger a mismatch warning, preventing data contamination.

B. Triage Deck & Evidence Locker

Automated scans create grouped DOM occurrences. Manual findings can be logged via the "New Flag" button.

  • The Triage Bar: Every occurrence requires a human decision: Pass, Fixed, or Log Issue.
  • Polymorphic Evidence Locker: Clicking "Log Issue" opens a secure dialog to paste screenshots (Ctrl+V) and log syntax proof. If a rule is later marked as "Fixed," the locker seamlessly pivots to accept Remediation visual proof.

C. Version Time Machine (Historical Delta)

Prove Return on Investment (ROI) by mathematically tracking accessibility debt reduction.

  • When a project phase is locked, it establishes a V1 Baseline.
  • Creating a V2 Recheck generates a blank slate linked to the parent baseline.
  • The Engine automatically compares the new V2 scan against the locked V1 archive to calculate exact defect resolution rates.

D. Real-Time Telemetry & Filters

The matrix dynamically calculates audit progress via a 4-state filter deck.

  • Action Filters: Quickly isolate rows by toggling between All, Flagged, Passed, and Pending (unverified flags).
  • Executive Status Dashboard: Clicking the "Project Status" button in the header launches a modal containing analytical tallies (Fixed, Passed, Unverified Scanner Flags, Manual Defect Counts) to gauge total remaining effort.
Section III: The Team Workspace (Command Center) Click to expand ▾

The Team Hub is the central portal for managing client retainers, analyzing ROI, and downloading formal deliverables.

Tab 1: Project Registry & Settings

Manages active ledgers and initializes new client environments.

  • Scoping DNA: Checking scoping attributes (e.g., No Multimedia, Authenticated Portals, 3rd-Party Embeds) dynamically suppresses or injects "Unverified" requirements into the auditor's matrix.
  • Danger Zone: Differentiates between Purging Scanner Noise (clearing SQL data while preserving manual evidence) versus permanently Trashing a project.

Tab 2: Analytics & Reports

Synthesizes compliance telemetry into legal deliverables.

  • Deliverable Compilers: 1-Click generation of Developer Sprint CSVs, Executive HTML/PDF Audits, and Interactive VPAT Drafters.
  • White Paper Mode: Strips your Agency's branding from generated PDF/HTML reports for clean B2B sub-contractor handoffs.
  • PDF Legal Disclaimer: Note that generated PDFs require structural tagging in Adobe Acrobat Pro prior to delivery to ensure the PDF itself is compliant.

Tab 3: Vault & File Manager

The physical, immutable storage drive for your agency.

  • Artifact Archiving: Upload manually signed VPATs, client logos, and compliance statements here. They bypass the matrix parser and are stored strictly for legal record-keeping.
  • CYA Audit Trails: View immutable, chronological JSON logs of every action taken on a project (who routed it, who edited it, when evidence was shredded).

Tab 4: Agency Account Manager

Govern multi-tenant configuration and global branding.

  • Global Branding: Establish custom primary/secondary hex colors and agency logos to be injected into Formal Audit templates. Custom colors must maintain a 4.5:1 WCAG contrast ratio.
  • Institutional Quotas: Monitor realtime server megabyte consumption across all active, archived, and trashed client ledgers.

Tab 5: Enterprise Team Manager

Govern your active roster and delegate collaboration seats. (Requires Enterprise Agency tier or Single-Seat Expansion).

  • Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Safely invite practitioners as Junior Testers, Senior Editors, or Agency Managers without sharing billing access.
  • Async Revocation: Instantly revoke a team member's access. Their completed audits remain safely stored in the institutional vault.
Section IV: Subscriptions, Roles & Access Governance Click to expand ▾

Enterprise Tiers provide access to Tab 5 (Enterprise Team Manager), allowing for delegated collaboration via strict Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).

A. Subscription Tiers

Auditor Tier (Solo User)

Includes 1 active seat and a 1GB Storage Vault. Designed for independent consultants requiring full matrix ingestion and CSV/JSON exports without team delegation.

Enterprise Single (Freelancer Pro)

Includes 1 active seat and a 2GB Storage Vault. Unlocks the advanced Synthesis Engine for highly-polished, white-labeled Formal PDF Audits and VPAT declarations.

Enterprise Agency (Multi-Seat)

Includes a 10GB+ shared Institutional Vault and 10+ active collaboration seats. Unlocks Custom Agency Branding, White Paper deliverables, and the Team Roster interface.

B. Enterprise Role Permissions

Owner / Co-Owner Absolute system control. The only role capable of accessing billing portals, canceling subscriptions, and minting other Manager/Owner seats.
Agency Manager Full administrative control over the active team roster (inviting/revoking seats) and Agency Branding configurations. Blocked from billing settings.
Senior Editor The core auditor role. Responsible for project creation, altering Scoping DNA, verifying Junior tester flags, and finalizing/compiling VPAT documents.
Junior Tester Strictly limited to the audit matrix. Can log defects and upload visual evidence, but cannot create/delete projects or compile final legal deliverables.